Business Membership
We are your partner in the future of Oelwein! We focus on the retention of existing businesses as well as the recruitment of new businesses and technical industries.
OCAD is
Your Public Relations Specialist
- OCAD articles published in ODR
- Ambassador visits and ribbon cuttings to celebrate a special event
- Responds monthly to over 100 requests for community and relocation information
- Newspaper & media coverage of monthly meetings and special events
Your Researcher
- Up to date data on business trends, cost of living, population, taxes, and other information
- Listing of community resources are available
Your Spokesperson
- The business community is presented on issues involving state and local government
Your Receptionist
- Community information is mailed and readily available on our site
Your Lobbyist
- Local, state and federal laws and regulations are monitored for their effect on business
- Coalitions are formed to advocate pro-business issues
Increased Credibility
- OCAD membership gives customers assurance that the business is involved, making Oelwein a better place to live, work and play
Benefits of Belonging
Free Services
- Membership lists and labels
- Clubs and Organizations list
- City Maps
- Telephone Books
- Maps
- Free Conference Room usage
- Link to OCAD web page through business listing
Referrals
- OCAD Staff
- Fellow OCAD members
- OCAD publications and directories
Networking Contacts
- Business After Five Monthly gatherings
- Annual Meeting
- Ambassadors
Publicity & Exposure
- OCAD Member business guide
- Oelwein Dollars good at any Oelwein business
- Newspaper accounts of events
- KOEL & ODR partnerships
- Website & Facebook
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Oelwein Flipbook
